Listen in as we discuss the similarities between dolphins and Mario Mario (yes, that is his full name)! Think there aren’t similarities? Well, then prepare to level up your knowledge. This one gets pretty silly 🍷
BIG TAKEAWAY: While they’re adorable, inquisitive, and admirable, dolphins must be appreciated from afar, not touched or fed! They are wild creatures, so not only is it dangerous for both of you, but it’s also illegal in much of the world. Respect marine mammals by giving them space! And, don’t feed them batteries…
Resources:
💡Researcher Spotlight: Dolphins Plus (most of Kait’s first dolphin research experience was here) @dolphinsplus
🔎Deeper Dive Read: ‘Whales and Dolphins in Question’ by The Smithsonian Press
🌊Conservation in Action: Clearwater Marine Aquarium (pioneers in dolphin fluke prosthetics) @cmaquarium
🤙Episode Shoutouts: Vaquita SAFE (Saving Animals From Extinction) @Vaquitasafe
💰List of Dolphin-Safe Companies: savedolphins.eii.org/dolphin-safe/listings/country/us
🔗Links in Instagram Bio: report a stranding; boating guidelines
Art by Fox and Fish Printing @foxandfishprinting
Music by Garrett Gordon and Steve Colwell of High and Dry @highanddryrock and Low Tide @lowtide.hc
